Plant Manager

Allparts, Inc.; Madison, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

Dorman Products in Madison, IN is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead a fast‑paced, high‑precision manufacturing facility. You will drive daily operations across production, maintenance, scheduling, and warehousing while executing strategic site plans and leading cross‑functional teams.

You will champion safety, quality, and cost metrics, develop budgets, and mentor a diverse team of supervisors and engineers. A strong background in lean and IATF 16949 is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Background in automotive, powersports, or related high‑precision, fast‑paced manufacturing industries.
• Experience with lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and quality systems (e.g., IATF 16949).
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily plant operations including production, maintenance, scheduling, manufacturing engineering, and warehouse.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop long‑term site strategies related to capacity expansion, automation, and capital investment.
• Lead safety culture and ensure OSHA compliance and company safety standards.
• Ensure product quality meets global standards, customer expectations, and industry requirements.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a diverse team of supervisors, engineers, and production staff.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Operations leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Operations Management

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

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Date: Sep 15, 2026

Location: Madison, IN, US, 47250

Company: Dorman Products

SuperATV wasn’t born in a boardroom. It started with one mission: build parts that riders can trust. The same hands‑on, do‑it‑yourself mindset still drives everything we do. Our fast paced and casual work environment is highly focused on “Working to Wow” our customers and our community. SuperATV is a premier provider of ATV and UTV accessories, dedicated to enhancing off‑road experiences for enthusiasts worldwide. In 2022, SuperATV joined the Dorman team which is publicly traded under the stock ticker DORM. With more than 3,800 employees across 29 different locations and a family of brands that also includes Dorman, Dayton Parts and Eagle Suspension, Dorman reached a revenue of $2.13 billion in 2025.

Everyone who works at Dorman contributes to our success. That means everyone has a unique ability to make an impact on the business, regardless of role and experience. We encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. The freedom to pursue new ideas, offer different perspectives, and grow in your career is fundamental to working at Dorman.

Job Summary

Primary Duties

Operational Leadership

• Oversee daily plant operations including production, maintenance, scheduling, manufacturing engineering, and warehouse.
• Ensure efficient utilization of equipment, materials, and personnel to achieve production goals.
• Implement manufacturing best practices including lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Drive operational excellence across safety, quality, delivery, and cost metrics.

Strategic Planning & Execution

• Collaborate with executive leadership to develop long‑term site strategies related to capacity expansion, automation, and capital investment.
• Lead new product introductions and coordinate with global engineering and program management teams.

Safety & Compliance

• Lead the development and execution of a strong safety culture; ensure compliance with all OSHA regulatory requirements and company safety standards.
• Conduct regular audits and implement corrective actions as needed.

Quality Management

• Ensure product quality meets global standards, customer expectations, and industry requirements.
• Partner with Quality Assurance to monitor KPIs and lead root‑cause analysis and corrective actions.

Leadership & Talent Development

• Manage, mentor, and develop a diverse team of supervisors, engineers, and production staff.
• Foster a collaborative, high‑performance culture aligned with corporate values.
• Develop and manage annual operating budgets for labor, materials, and capital expenditures.
• Track and report key performance indicators; implement cost‑reduction and productivity improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Background in automotive, powersports, or related high‑precision, fast‑paced manufacturing industries. Experience in metals manufacturing (steel, aluminum), machining, casting, or assembly operations is also helpful.
• Proven experience with lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and quality systems (e.g., IATF 16949).
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and project management skills

Education / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 10+ years of manufacturing experience, including 5+ years in a plant leadership or senior operations management role including demonstrated success leading teams through growth, change, and cultural integration.

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The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will depend on multiple factors, including but not limited to job‑related knowledge and skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay equity. Compensation decisions are made based on the specific facts and circumstances of each role and candidate.This role is also eligible for a bonus.

As a Dorman US contributor, you (and eligible dependents, as applicable) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid time off (sick/vacation), and Paid Parental Leave. U.S. employees are entitled to paid holidays, floating holidays, and paid time off starting in their first year of employment depending on hire date. You are also able to participate in our 401k retirement plan (with company match and profit‑sharing) and Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Dorman Products is an equal opportunity employer; we value a combination of ideas, perspectives, and cultures at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V. www.DormanProducts.com

Nearest Major Market: Bloomington Indiana
Nearest Secondary Market: Seymour
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